Travelling from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Orlando International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport.
Houston is one hour behind Orlando and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
Flights from MCO to IAH start at 05:40 — the earliest with Spirit Airlines. The last departure is at 23:53 with Spirit Airlines. In total, there are 75 weekly Orlando International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your MCO to IAH flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
A variety of airlines offer direct flights from Orlando International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, so jetting off to Houston (and then seeing more of United States!) is easy. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:
Most travellers choose to travel with Frontier Airlines on this route.
Frontier Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers MCO to IAH flights. A reliable 84.78% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Orlando International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between MCO and IAH include:
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport
Jackson-Evers International Airport
San Antonio International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Rs6,725 is currently the best price for a one-way Orlando International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs13,437. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Score cheap tickets from MCO to IAH by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for flights from Orlando International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from MCO to IAH.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Orlando International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport.
Handy information about Orlando International Airport (MCO)
You'll find MCO at One Airport Boulevard.
78.28% of flights taking off from Orlando International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Orlando International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Orlando. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Have an early flight from Orlando International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near MCO:
Arriving at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on an Orlando International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near IAH instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and explore beyond Houston's main sights.
Reserving your ride from George Bush Intercontinental Airport about three weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
From George Bush Intercontinental Airport, Houston is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
July is the busiest month for flights from Orlando International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Houston in February.
The warmest month in Houston is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 40ºC. Book your flights from Orlando International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC and 19ºC. Look for cheap tickets from MCO to IAH around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of United States
San Antonio is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Houston. Around 306 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.
If you're interested in discovering another side of United States, head for Dallas, about 370 kilometres north of Houston. Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art are key reasons to visit.
